How does water exist inside a coconut?
Reading Time: < 1 minuteWATER absorbed by the root system flows against gravity through the capillaries to the nut. Freshwater that gets accumulated in coconut is actually ‘endosperm’ or the food or nourishment for the coconut’s growth. Nourishing endosperm is in the liquid form in the initial stage of the green coconut. After some weeks the liquid form starts […]
Who invented the X-ray?
Reading Time: < 1 minuteHAVE you ever had undergone an X-ray procedure? X-rays are used to analyse problems with bones, teeth and organs in the human body, to detect cracks in metal in industry, and even at airports for luggage inspection. Did you know that the invention of the X-ray wasn’t intentional? The scientific and medical community will forever […]
What happens when you stare at the solar eclipse?
Reading Time: < 1 minuteTHERE are no pain receptors to inform your brain that the retinas are being fried. It is more likely to that many of us are overreacting to standard aches and pains after watching the eclipse despite the warnings. The real sign of retinal damage shows up around 12 hours later, where you woke up with […]
The armour of the future
Reading Time: 2 minutesBY ARUNA GANESAN GOWNS and saris made out of silk are all-time women’s favourite choice of clothes. Just a few years back a rare golden silk gown went on display at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City. What made it to be placed on a display is not the ‘gold’ aspect, […]
Why food left out for too long be dangerous for consumption?
Reading Time: < 1 minuteSOMETIMES we accidentally leave out food for a while in the open while we go about our work. While the uncovered food in itself poses some health risks (flies, other creepy crawlies and such that might decide to crawl into our food), it is really the microorganisms in the food that we should be worried […]
How do tornadoes form?
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA TORNADO is a violently rotating column of air extending from a thunderstorm to the ground. The most violent tornadoes are capable of tremendous destruction with wind speeds of up to 300 mph. They can destroy large buildings, uproot trees and hurl vehicles hundreds of yards. They can also drive straw into trees. Damage paths […]
What is the difference between a migraine and a headache?
Reading Time: < 1 minuteDIFFERENTIATING a migraine headache from a traditional headache, and vice versa is important. It can mean faster relief through better treatments. Headaches are unpleasant pains in your head that can cause pressure and ache. The pain can range from mild to severe, and they usually occur on both sides of your head. Some specific areas […]
What is colour blindness?
Reading Time: < 1 minuteMOST people take the ability to see life in bright colours for granted. They make sure the colours of their clothing match, get hungry at the sight of a delicious red velvet cake and enjoy all the colours of nature. But for some 180 million people around the world, this colour experience remains partially or […]
How does hypnosis work?
Reading Time: < 1 minuteHYPNOSIS is thought to work by altering our state of consciousness in such a way that the analytical left-hand side of the brain is turned off, while the non-analytical right-hand side is made more alert. The conscious control of the mind is inhibited, and the subconscious mind awoken. Since the subconscious mind is a deeper-seated, […]
What is the most poisonous snake?
Reading Time: < 1 minuteEVER wondered what’s the most poisonous snake in the world? Technically snakes aren’t poisonous rather their venom kills you. Some of the most dangerous bites are known to come from snakes. Although not all snakes are venomous, the ones that are may have the potential to inflict a death sentence within 30 minutes. This is […]